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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1997
Page
4
The page credits George B. Delaplaine Jr. as editor and George E. Randall as general manager with Michael Powell serving as managing editor. The note appears on a Friday September 12, 1997 Frederick Maryland edition and marks the paper’s operations in its established 1983 history.
At the Ethnic Festival the county showcased a wide range of cultures with displays, dances and foods from Africa Israel Scotland Turkey Japan New Guinea Ireland Mexico Thailand Korea France Philippines Greece Italy Romania India and Germany plus native stories. Officials note census box changes may push language learning while urging pride and appreciation for all residents contributions.
The Frederick political season kicks off with a low turnout of about 12 percent after Labor Day primaries. Incumbent leaders Joe Baldi, John Tregoning, Blaine Young, Meta Nash, and William Hall dominate in party slots while Democrats reshuffle behind Young. Lesley Vandever’s return to Weinberg Center and a multimillion dollar airport road suit shape campaign dynamics ahead of November.
A Scripps Howard News Service piece weighs global warming and oil depletion, noting mixed forecasts and political clashes. It cites Clinton and Gore, Kyoto talks, and ads arguing cost-free curbs, while warning reserves may dwindle and replacement energy must be developed. It suggests renewed government-funded research and critiques space expenditure, ending with a hint that warming could fade.
The News-Post reports closed hearings in Frederick on dereliction charges against Chief Frederick M. Straley and Lt. Reno Six. A one month recess was voted after 30 witnesses not heard and subpoenas ignored. Naval unit chief R W Simpson notes medals distributed to Navy veterans at Winchester Hall. Defender's Day closings affect county offices. tenants given until Sept 20 to move as Athletic Park site slated for six new houses. Nancy Cramer wins grocery grab at Safeway, receiving prizes despite placing second. Monocacy Village carnival raises funds for muscular dystrophy with local participants listed.
A satirical tale frames Frederick city as policing gardens with a strict ban on visible flowers. It portrays flowers as under watch by a “flower police,” warning residents to hide blooms or face enforcement, while poking fun at the idea with named residents and festive plants.
A Frederick Post reader laments coverage of Washington County equine riders while local horse events are ignored. He urges local clubs and the 4-H office to supply show details and keep horse news within Frederick County.
A Frederick County reader urges The Frederick Post to give greater attention to local 4 H equestrian events, asking for more champions and pictures beyond county fairs. She argues riders deserve coverage before outsiders and cites her 13 year old perspective and friends’ success.
The Sept 3 editorial defending press rights is praised while blaming the public for Diana’s death. Questions are raised about the high speed chase, the driver, the bodyguard’s actions, and consent for celebrity photo coverage. The writer asks who bears responsibility and calls for accountability. Donna Valley Russell Frederick.
A Frederick County incident at McFadden Park near Lake Singanore involved two or three teenage boys using drugs, per three girls' statements to a sheriff's deputy who found no substance and sent them home. Rumors then spread that the narrator's 14 year old son and his friend were suspects, despite the officer's account.
Instructions for submitting Letters to the Editor include mailing to The Frederick News Post at 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 P O Box 578 four by mail, faxing to 301 662 8299, or emailing letters fredericknewspost.com.
Ms Fox of Frederick Maryland completes her third preliminary night amid 51 contestants from 51 states and D C with finals set for Saturday at 9 30 PM televised on ABC The pageant allows two piece swimsuits this year and Fox presented a Gulf War veterans platform while performing in talent and evening gown segments with hopes for a top 10 finish and regional backing from about 110 Maryland supporters
Keller urged Frederick residents to vote in the November general election after winning the city contest. Kuzemchak and others faced nerves as ballots were opened, with turnout figures showing Democrats outvoting Republicans overall. Voter participation remained low in large precincts, highlighting a need for broader engagement.
County leaders discuss creating special taxing districts to fund growth via bonds with a two thirds ownership petition. They consider a real estate transfer tax up to one percent, tied to school construction funding, while planning workshops and public hearings in October.
Hay donations grow as Hay Callaway and Joe Hayden pledge hundreds of bales. G C Trucking will transport, with Frederick County Public Safety Director John Croneburg coordinating. Another 703 bales arrived earlier, split among five farmers. 35+ farmers still need hay. Transportation help sought. call 694 1536.
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